Peer Recovery Specialist Passaic County - FT

Care Plus Nj • Paramus, NJ

403d

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Specialist at CarePlus New Jersey is responsible for providing recovery support and peer coaching to clients, helping them navigate their personal recovery journey. This role emphasizes collaboration with clients to develop recovery plans, educate them on available resources, and reinforce their strengths and coping abilities to achieve wellness and recovery goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalency, associate's degree or above preferred
• Must have two (2) years of experience in the guiding principles of recovery that assist individuals in improving their health and wellness
• A valid driver's license and must be insurable by the agency's automobile insurance
• Travel is required between service areas; use of own vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend mandated training to delineate peer role functions, competencies, and responsibilities
• In collaboration with the individual, develop a Recovery Plan
• Educate the individuals on how to navigate treatment, social service, and recovery support systems
• Provide recovery support services based on the individual's preference and assessed needs
• Work collaboratively with the case manager to ensure the individual engages in services for up to a year
• Reinforce, guide, and reassure the individual that recovery is possible and is built on multiple strengths, coping abilities, and the resources of each individual.

Benefits

• 401K
• High-plan insurance at a generous cost
• Union benefits
• Life and Disability insurance
• Per diem opportunities
• Excellent supervision and training
• Continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and eligibility for loan forgiveness
• 10% daycare discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED